A wide shot of MMF's Music is for Life 2026 concert: Lookin' Up at the Royal Albert Hall.
A wide shot of the MMF's Music is for Life 2026 concert: Lookin' Up at the Royal Albert Hall.
MMF's Music is for Life 2026 concert: Lookin' Up at the Royal Albert Hall.
MMF's Music is for Life 2026 concert: Lookin' Up at the Royal Albert Hall. Two Daleks on stage.
MMF's Music is for Life 2026 concert: Lookin' Up at the Royal Albert Hall.

Moving Music Forward in Merton

Moving Music Forward in Merton

Inspiring courage, commitment and joy in Merton’s young musicians through lessons, groups and creative projects.

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How can we help you today?

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Singing & instrumental lessons

One-to-one or small group tuition available in schools and Music Centres for a wide range of instruments, styles and abilities.

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Choirs, bands & ensembles

Join a group at our South Wimbledon Music Centre to build your skills, make music with others and perform regularly in a friendly and supportive setting.

A youth band amplifies their sound outdoors on a stage. Four kids play electric guitar, bass, and drums, while one sings into a microphone. Colorful flags decorate the stage, with a brick building and tree in the background.

Rock & pop bands

Join an Amplify Rock & Pop Band at our South Wimbledon Music Centre or Soundwave in Mitcham to develop your playing, work as part of a group and explore a range of rock and pop styles.

Some children taking part in a Step Into Music class.

Group classes for ages 2–8

Fun and engaging sessions for younger children to explore music, build confidence and develop early musical skills in our Step into Music programme on Saturdays at Wimbledon College.

A smiling young person wearing headphones during a music tech class.

Music tech

Creative, hands-on sessions at Soundwave in Mitcham, where young people can learn mixing, beat-making and music production in a relaxed environment.

A child wearing glasses plays a tambourine whilst another child in the background plays a bass drum with a beater in a bright classroom or music room.

Supporting Merton’s young musicians at every stage of their musical journey

Our vision is a borough where music resonates along the corridors of every school and echoes throughout the community. A place of aspiration where every child can find their first notes, make progress and flourish as a young musician.

Our values are:

  • Courage
  • Commitment
  • Joy

Merton Music Foundation (MMF) is a registered charity (no. 1004122) – Moving Music Forward since 1991.

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Training, Education, Musical Progression & Opportunity

Training, Education, Musical Progression & Opportunity

The TEMPO Fund supports young musicians in Merton by helping to remove financial barriers to music education. Whether it’s contributing towards lesson fees, ensemble memberships or instrument hire, the TEMPO Fund ensures that every child has the opportunity to make music, regardless of their background. By donating to TEMPO, you’re investing in the creativity, confidence, and future of local young people.

Spotlight on…

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Free beginner rock groups in Mitcham

We run beginner rock & pop groups on Thursdays after school at Soundwave Music Centre, called ‘Amplify’. Free spaces are available for eligible pupils via the Jack Lonergan Foundation. Join a band, develop your playing, and build confidence across a range of rock and pop styles. Amplify groups are also available on Tuesdays in South Wimbledon for beginner to advanced players.

The MMF shop

Stock up on valve oil, strings, drums sticks and more – including MMF polo shirts and goodies.

Place your order online for collection from MMF in South Wimbledon or delivery to your child’s school.

Mini Musicians class playing the melodica

Mini Musicians

Now in it’s third year, Mini Musicians is an innovative scheme of learning, teaching project and comprehensive research study aimed at Early Years and Key Stage 1 pupils in Merton schools.
Delivered in partnership with Merton Council, Roehampton University, Sing Up and Sounds of Intent Charity.

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